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Best Glamping near Chauncey, OH

243 Reviews

Strouds Run State Park Campground houses several upscale glamping accommodations for visitors seeking comfort within nature's embrace. Just minutes from Athens, the park's premium safari tents and canvas lodgings offer an elevated outdoor experience with proper beds, solar lighting, and private decks overlooking the scenic lake. At Boulders Edge Cabin and Tipi Retreat provides distinctive Native American-inspired tipi accommodations with modern comforts, while Lake Hope State Park features deluxe yurts equipped with electricity, heating, and furnished interiors. Most glamping sites include picnic tables, fire rings, and proximity to clean toilet facilities, though amenities vary by location. One guest shared, "The glamping sites are set off from the main campground which is nice - it was quiet and felt remote while still having access to basic comforts."

Hiking enthusiasts appreciate the extensive trail networks surrounding these glamping destinations, with Strouds Run offering over 15 miles of paths through Appalachian foothills and around Dow Lake. Water activities abound with kayak, canoe, and paddleboard rentals available at most locations during peak season. The region's dark skies make stargazing exceptional, particularly from Top O' The Caves Campground's elevated yurts that provide unobstructed night sky views. Winter visitors discover a quieter experience with heated accommodations remaining open year-round at several locations. Proximity to Hocking Hills' famous caves and waterfalls adds appeal, with most glamping sites positioned within a 30-minute drive of these natural attractions. A visitor noted, "Amazing at night for stargazing! There are shelters with picnic tables at one stop, and a little beach and boating dock if you keep going."

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Best Glamping Sites Near Chauncey, Ohio (25)

    1. Burr Oak State Park Campground

    33 Reviews
    Glouster, OH
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 767-3683

    "Luxurious accommodations and continental breakfasts won’t be found here…..a space to unwind and reflect will."

    "Site 41 with a paved pad and electric. We were across from the shower house and bathrooms. The office is closed but a staff person was on site."

    2. Lake Hope State Park Campground

    35 Reviews
    New Plymouth, OH
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 596-5253

    "Firewood available for purchase on site. Lake Hope lodge provides great warm and dry spot for delicious food."

    "With that said, all sites appeared to have a spot for at least 1 tent cleared away and the picnic table and fire ring in a secure location. Most sites only had room for one car parked at the site"

    3. Strouds Run State Park Campground

    10 Reviews
    Athens, OH
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 592-2302

    "In mid April 2023 I arrived late afternoon and there were TONS of spots available. Happy with the spot I picked. There was some noise from other campsites, but overall not terrible."

    "The go to camping location for Athens. Many campsites, trails, and amenities. Anything from boat rentals, a small store, and docks to use near the lake."

    4. Hocking Hills Jellystone Campground

    4 Reviews
    New Plymouth, OH
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 385-6720

    "Free tricycles to ride around. Bouncy area, lake with a trampoline and activities all the time."

    5. Top O' The Caves Campground

    16 Reviews
    South Bloomingville, OH
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 385-6566

    "The RV site was rather small without much personal space. But it worked for what they needed. The tent site was decently secluded and near a nice small pond."

    "This was a nice campground extremely central to all frequented trails in the area . We stayed on the electric/ water side of campground ."

    6. Hocking Hills KOA Holiday

    10 Reviews
    Logan, OH
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 385-4295

    "Awesome staff family owned for over 20 plus years. Extremely clean well maintained. Shower houses plenty of hot water facilities were very clean sites are well spread apart."

    "Professional and friendly staff! Nice good size sites. Very clean bathhouse. Excellent views. Great WiFi! Close to Old Mans Cave."

    7. Hilltop Resorts and Campgrounds

    4 Reviews
    Logan, OH
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (855) 544-5586

    $41 - $96 / night

    "We stayed here for 3 nights and it’s our family of 5 in late October (Class C, water and electric only). We enjoyed the great sunrises and sunsets. We also thought the facilities were quite nice."

    "There is a nice sized sand ground play set with swings and 2 slides, an air pillow (blob) putt putt, a trail to the lake, a dog run, poop pickup stations, an A/C’d game room and very pleasant staff. 10"

    8. Forked Run State Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    Long Bottom, OH
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 378-6206

    "I've included a photo of the map the attendant had to show a view of the areas...electric and non-electric with a total of 151 sites. "

    "We live close to this park and frequent there, sometimes just day trips. Tent camping is great and just like most places there are a few sites that are the best."

    9. Tar Hollow State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Adelphi, OH
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 887-4818

    $4 - $27 / night

    "We weren’t too keen on most of the parks amenities, but enjoyed just sitting around the fire the whole time."

    "We were on site 106, which is at the far end of the campground. The campground is about 2-3 acres large, situated on a hill with a path dug out around the perimeter. "

    10. At Boulders Edge Cabin and Tipi Retreat

    2 Reviews
    Rockbridge, OH
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 385-0707

    "They have tipi and cabin rentals. Such a nice place tucked away that isn't as over crowded as other places."

    "Tipis are very cool and the outdoor shower is my favorite part. Short hike to the Rock bridge. Well worth it"

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  • Megan M.
    Jul. 8, 2019

    Forked Run State Park Campground

    Dirty pit toilets. Dirty sinks. Beautiful lake.

    This state park has a beautiful lake and a nice beach. There are boat rentals and a frisbee golf course. Overall, this part of the park is beautiful. 

    The campgrounds, however, leave a lot to be desired. The people were really nice, but the facilities were terrible. The pit toilets were filthy- covered in flies, spiderwebs and dirt. They look like they have not been hosed out since the 70's. The showers and sinks are in an old, old building- it could be fine if it were cleaned daily, but it was filthy too. I was there 3 days and the showers and sinks were never cleaned. They were pretty gross from the start, but then by Saturday night one shower housed a pile of feces. No kidding. Poop in the shower. 

    We stayed in the camper cabin, which is just a very basic shed with a bed, bunk beds, air conditioning and heat. We stayed there because it was July and I wanted A/C and electricity. The cabin smelled like mold. 

    I'd go back to this lake but will not stay in the campgrounds again.

  • Beth Ann W.
    May. 25, 2020

    Tar Hollow State Park Campground

    Memorial Weekend 2020

    After being cooped up, we (3 young adults) decided to get out and decided on this campground that was new to all of us. The campground was very low key and made for an easy going weekend! We weren’t too keen on most of the parks amenities, but enjoyed just sitting around the fire the whole time. Pros: -staff was cleaning common areas (bathroom and showers) either once or twice a day -campsite 12 was incredible space and had an added bonus of a deck structure over the creek

    Other notes: -WiFi available, but only right by the main office/general store -no service for AT&T or Verizon -Fire tower not accessible -Lake tested high for a bacteria and swimming is not recommended

    Corona Virus Notes: -only Ice and Firewood available for purchase at General Store -putt putt, boat and bike rentals, and game box rentals not available -nearby Hocking Hills trails were closed

  • T
    Oct. 1, 2018

    Jackson Lake Park

    Campground with Water Park

    I stayed at this campground because they hosted a wedding I attended. I chose to stay in a cabin, which was pretty pricy for what it was. for $175, it was a basic cabin with a queen bed and 2 twin bunk-beds, a very small bathroom with a toilet and shower, and a small kitchenette with a microwave, sink, and mini-fridge. The cabin was somewhat dirty - dust on the floor and spider webs in the corner. It had no bed linens, or towels, and the bathroom didn't even have a mirror.

    There is a "lake" (more of a large pond) on the property, with fishing, and large inflatables to play on in the summer. There is also a disc golf course. The nearby town Lithopolis is cute, with some local coffee and dining, as well as antique shops.

  • Fred J.
    Oct. 16, 2022

    Top O' The Caves Campground

    Great Campground for everyone

    This Campground was pretty great! My wife and I stayed in a rather large tent site and my parents stayed in an RV site. The RV site was rather small without much personal space. But it worked for what they needed. The tent site was decently secluded and near a nice small pond.

    The campground put on a free BBQ for all of the guests one of the nights! It was very good and well thought out. They also put on a very long firework show that night which was awesome! We must have came the perfect weekend.

    The restrooms were rather large and and worked fine. As well as the showers. There are also a few nice looking cabins! There is a camp store in the office, but it's rather small without anything interesting. There is a large barn with a few arcade games that the kids seemed to like.

    The best part about this Campground?? DOGS ARE ALLOWED!! We were so grateful of this because we love taking our dog camping with us!

  • K
    Oct. 1, 2020

    Lake Hope State Park Campground

    Great spot for getting prepared for zaleski and going kayaking

    Several campsites are on a slope so this calls for being creative with placement of tent.
    Firewood available for purchase on site. Lake Hope lodge provides great warm and dry spot for delicious food.

    Several activities available, fishing available anywhere on the lake, kayak rental for $10 and good size lake.

    Very clean pit toliets and running water available dispersed throughout the park. Several hiking trails, zaleski is nearby, hocking hills is 30 minutes away. Moonville tunnel and iron furnace in the area.

  • Amanda S.
    Jun. 19, 2021

    Burr Oak State Park Campground

    Beautiful but questionable design.

    We stayed down at the "lake" spots which are not on the lake but quite above it. Our first site was #19, we were even hesitant to park our 23ft camper in it, but we did and then realized that as soon as we try to get in or out of the camper, it was a steep drop down 5ft. All the sites around this part were steep and tents were pitched on hillsides and most people only stayed for 1 night. We moved to a flatter spot but still had some fun fanagaling the camper in it. Very quiet campground during the week but as soon as Friday hits, it's crazy and loud. We had some neighbors who didn't respect the Quiet hours starting at 10pm and were told very nicely by the Park Ranger and still made a huge fuss. Glad we only stayed for 2 nights.

  • K
    Jul. 27, 2016

    Dillon State Park Campground

    A Weekend at Dillon State Park

    I camped at this state park in the very scenic rolling hills of central Ohio on a hot and sunny weekend and was happy to find plenty of shade. There are 183 electric sites in this campground, many shady, and almost all having at least partial shade. Pets are permitted in all sites except 1 through 32. These electric sites are divided into three sections with restrooms with flush toilets, shower houses and playgrounds in each. The restrooms and shower houses I used were very clean.

    There is also a walk-in section of non electric sites that are different than what I usually think of as walk-in sites because parking was just yards away.

    The camp store was well stocked and probably has anything you forgot. They also sell firewood.

    The huge 18 hole disc golf course seemed to be a popular attraction.

    I enjoyed the five well marked hiking trails through the woods. These trails range from easy to difficult, the longest being 4.4 miles.

    From the campground, you will have to drive to the beach or hike a couple miles though the woods as I did. My only complaint about this campground is the beach. There are no lifeguards or concessions and I am told, that after a rain, this beach can look uninviting. Near the beach is a wading pool with a fountain for younger children. Adjacent to the beach area there are tennis courts, basketball courts and a very shady picnic area with tables and pavilions.

    There are boat launches for your boats at the marina but the only watercraft that can be rented are kayaks and canoes.

  • J
    Nov. 2, 2020

    Dillon State Park Campground

    Cabins are fun for families, sometimes full of skunks, great trails

    We enjoyed renting a cabin with the family at several different times.  

    The mountain bike trails are so rugged and fun, difficult for biking.  You can hike them too, and they offer nice views of the lake.

    The area seems to have a skunk issue at times, and it can get smelly near the cabins.

    The cabins have nice fire pits and kitchens have enough space and facilities to make a nice family dinner.

    The lake is large enough to boat on and you can do paddling sports there easily. 

    The park has tennis courts and lots of other recreation: boating, hiking, swimming, biking.

  • Ryan M.
    Oct. 26, 2021

    Burr Oak State Park Campground

    What You Make Of It

    Luxurious accommodations and continental breakfasts won’t be found here…..a space to unwind and reflect will. The sites are sloped and ill paved but the sights, the sights are quintessential Southeast Ohio. Rolling hills dotted with little burgs where the oil has dried up but the resolve has yet to. A slight traverse down the hill lends views normally reserved for travel mags and postcards if just a bit of adventure is employed.

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